Mystery
girl nameMystery entered the US charts in 1981, peaked at #6641 in 1995, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1981–2025
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rank today
#6641
peak (1995)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #10018 |
| 1990s | #9367 |
| 2000s | #11199 |
| 2010s | #12620 |
| 2020s | #12862 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Mystery are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mystery alive today was born around 2003, making them about 22 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mystery in 2025?
- Mystery is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Mystery most popular?
- Mystery peaked in 1995, reaching #6641 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Mystery with classmates?
- Mystery will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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